1982 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 780 kg more than 1982 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri. 2006 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Capri | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Capri | GS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
